Cables and Connectors
These days, there seems to be a different cable for almost everything: component, composite, RCA, BNC, XLR, HDMI, and so many more. Find out which cable is best suited to fulfill your needs.
Articles
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February, 2010HDMI, Component, composite. RCA, BNC, XLR A primer on connector video cable types and the differences between them.
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October, 1995Step up to the better picture quality of S-VHS or Hi8, and you'll need some way to transmit the improved signal to the screen or between decks. You'll need to…
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November, 1994These often-overlooked parts of a production system have a major effect on your video and audio signals. We'll show you how to be a cable-savvy videomaker.
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August, 1995Picking a Protocol
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April, 1995Making Connections
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March, 2000Gear
Streaming Videos
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January, 2007Our "Hands On" segment finds Charlie discussing SoundTech's Lightsnake.
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June, 2009There are many opportunities in event videography in addition to wedding videos. Today videographers are getting jobs videotaping theatrical performances,…
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July, 2008Charlie demonstrates how to control incoming audio to your camcorder and capture clean sounding audio.
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July, 2008Jennifer covers many considerations when choosing and using headphones while shooting video.
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June, 2008Charlie demonstrates techniques for recording quality sound with a boom mic.
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May, 2008Mark explores the best ways to get good sound while shooting a live event.
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